Job Summary

We are seeking a Legal Manager with 12 years of experience in real estate/property legal documentation to manage title verification, title due diligence, lease deed drafting, registration, and related property matters. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring explicit and marketable title to properties, reviewing ownership documents, and supporting the Company's property acquisition and leasing activities.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct title searches and property due diligence for immovable properties.
- Examine and verify title documents, revenue records, encumbrance certificates, approvals, and related property records.
- Prepare, review, negotiate, and finalize lease deeds, leave and license agreements, and other property-related documents.
- Coordinate with external advocates, landowners, landlords, and government authorities for title verification and document registration.
- Identify legal risks relating to property ownership, encumbrances, litigation, and regulatory compliance.
- Maintain title search reports, legal opinions, lease records, and property documentation.
- Assist in registration of deeds and liaison with Sub-Registrar offices and other authorities.
- Monitor lease renewals, terminations, amendments, and compliance obligations.




- Support legal litigation and dispute management relating to property matters, if required.
- Ensure compliance with applicable property laws and internal legal policies.

Qualifications

- LL.B. from a recognized university.
- Enrolment with the Bar Council will be an added advantage.

Experience

- 1–2 years of experience in property law, title due diligence, and lease documentation.
- Experience in handling land/property records and title investigations preferred.

Required Skills

- Strong knowledge of property laws, registration laws, and real estate documentation.
- Experience in drafting and reviewing lease deeds and related agreements.
- Ability to analyze title documents and prepare title search reports.
- Good drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and legal documentation management.

Preferred Candidate Profile

- Experience in NBFC, banking, real estate, retail expansion, or infrastructure sectors will be preferred.
- Ability to independently handle end-to-end property due diligence and leasing transactions.
- Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills.

📌 Legal Manager -Title Search & Lease Documentation (Mumbai)
🏢 Muthoot FinCorp (MFL)
📍 Mumbai